COMPUTER FUNDAMENTALS

COMPUTER NETWORKS AND COMMUNICATIONS

NETWORK SECURITY AND CYBERSECURITY

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
A common mistake in network security is to attempt to patch vulnerabilities in a weak network instead of repairing it.
A
True
B
False
C
Either A or B
D
None of the above
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -A weakness in system security procedures, hardware, design, implementation, internal controls, technical controls, physical controls, or other controls that could be accidentally triggered or intentionally exploited and result in a violation of the system’s security policy.

Detailed explanation-2: -Remediation: Fully fixing or patching a vulnerability so it can’t be exploited. This is the ideal treatment option that organizations strive for. Mitigation: Lessening the likelihood and/or impact of a vulnerability being exploited.

Detailed explanation-3: -Network security vulnerabilities are weaknesses or flaws within the system’s software, hardware, or organizational processes. Network vulnerabilities can be either non-physical or physical. Non-Physical: This weakness refers to anything related to data and software.

Detailed explanation-4: -Article Navigation. Malware (Malicious Software) Social Engineering Attacks. Outdated Or Unpatched Software. Misconfigured Firewalls. Default Security Features.

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